i was in your shoes a few weeks back. i went to the lv boutique to "look at it." the bag is gorgeous- and looks good on the shoulder BUT i didn't buy it because the one they had in stock had a crease. and if i were to be really honest, i wasn't so sure whether it was a trendy piece or not. that being said, not a day goes by that i don't think about it. it is very pretty and sometimes that's all that matters (haha). good luck!